Frequently Asked Questions

  • We offer virtual therapy from the comfort of your home. This makes therapy convenient and easy to access.

  • Getting started is simple. Reach out through our contact form or schedule a call—we’ll walk you through the next steps and answer any questions along the way.

  • We combine a thoughtful, compassionate approach tailored to meet your specific needs. Our expert therapists are here to help you reach your goals and live your best life.

  • You can reach us anytime via our contact page or email. We aim to respond quickly—usually within one business day.

  • Yes! We are in network with Aetna and Northwell Direct insurance. This means if you are insured by either, you will only be responsible for your copay.

  • If you have insurance other than Aetna or Northwell Direct, we are able to bill as out of network providers, offering a superbill that you can submit to your insurance company for reimbursement.

  • If you have insurance, you will only be responsible for your copay. Out of pocket costs range from $225-325 based on your therapist’s experience and expertise. We are able to offer a limited number of sliding scale spots based on financial need.

  • At Rachel Parodneck & Associates Psychotherapy, our therapists are trained in a variety of evidence-based therapy approaches to ensure your care is tailored to your specific therapeutic goals. These include:

    • Cognitive Behavioral Therapy (CBT)

    • Humanistic/Interpersonal Approaches

    • Mindfulness-Based Therapy

    • Holistic Therapy

    • Somatic therapy

    • Psychodynamic Therapy

    • Gottman Method (for couples therapy)

    • Motivational Interviewing

    • Positive Energy Psychology

    • Trauma-Focused Therapy

    • Dialectical Behavioral Therapy (DBT)

    Our therapists will help guide you with an approach that feels collaborative and tailored to your specific needs.


  • Clients come in with different goals. Some prefer short-term therapy and some prefer long-term. Your therapist will check in with you on an ongoing basis to make sure you are working towards those goals together in a way that works for you.

  • We ask that you give us 48 hours notice for cancellations and rescheduling requests to avoid being charged for the session.